Horse Health Matters®
Facing Reality After Your Horse's Death
by Deb M. Eldredge, DVM
April 24, 2017 10:13
Read this thoughtful article by a veterinarian who has had years of personal experience caring for horses and other animals to learn how to deal with the …
5 Tips: Winterize Your Barn to Keep Horses Healthy During Cold Weather
by EquiMed Staff
April 28, 2017 14:44
Here are five important tips to help horse owners winterize their barns to keep horses healthy and comfortable during cold weather …
The Dangers of Riding Your Horse in Deep Sand
by Miriam Rieck
May 3, 2017 09:30
Learn about the dangers of riding or conditioning your horse in deep sand. Avoid the strains, stresses and fatigue that come from riding in deep sand …
Rusty Coat? Is a Copper Deficiency the Culprit? Dr. Getty's Advice
by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
May 4, 2017 15:27
Red tips on dark manes and dark coats, particularly noticeable in bays and black horses, may be due to a copper deficiency which is easy to fix, but it requires …
Tip of the Day
One of the main behaviors of foals is play: it is very important that they learn how to play with one another and to establish pair bonds.
The Mares Reproductive Cycle
by EquiMed Staff
May 6, 2017 14:26
A mare's natural reproductive cycle is explained in this article with references to the basic timing of the estrous cycle. Techniques of cycle manipulation also …
The Horse Breeding Season
by EquiMed Staff
May 7, 2017 12:30
When is the best time to breed your mare? Horse's experience an optimal "breeding season." Understanding why this is so will help you pick the best time to …
Equine Artificial Insemination Explained
by Jennifer M. Keeler
May 7, 2017 14:20
Artificial insemination gives you access to the best genetic material available across town or around the world. Learn the basic techniques here and get started …
"Bute" for Horses has Benefits and Drawbacks
by Heather Smith Thomas
January 3, 2020 15:49
Veterinarians prescribe bute for a number of conditions. Horse owners should be aware of possible side effects from this commonly used anti-inflammatory …
Essentials
Meeting the Horse's Basic Dietary Needs
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 11:17
Horses require basic nutrition elements in proper proportions and amounts. This article discuss the equine's basic dietary needs, giving you the information you …
Horse Parasite Control Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
November 8, 2018 11:24
Read about the many types of parasites that can affect your horse and learn how using the three "arms" of strategic deworming can be an answer to your parasite …
Horse Vaccination Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
April 21, 2017 10:34
An effective equine vaccination program always begins with a discussion with your veterinarian and why the risk factors in your particular area of the country …
Do's and Don'ts of Horse First Aid
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 10:26
Minor injuries and illnesses in horses can turn into costly or catastrophic situations if not recognized and treated promptly. Read to learn the 5 principles of …
Word of the Day
Feral
Free-roaming but descended from domesticated ancestors.
Want a Healthy Horse? Look to the Way Horses Live in the Wild …
by EquiMed Staff
April 25, 2017 13:06
Over the years, researchers have thoroughly investigated the evolution of horses and determined that the way horses live in the wild can serve as a guide for …
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absolutely necessary; extremely important.
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People on horses look better than they are. People in cars look worse than they are.
Marya Mannes